Statement by India at the 45th Session of the Universal Periodic Review (UPR) Working Group (22 Jan – 2 Feb 2024) for the 4th UPR of Mexico delivered by Ambassador Arindam Bagchi, Permanent Representative
Geneva, 24 January 2024
Mr. President,
India extends a warm welcome to the delegation of Mexico.
- We appreciate the measures taken by Mexico to strengthen its institutional frameworks for promotion and protection of human rights. We recognize efforts made for non-discrimination in employment. We commend the National Strategy for Inclusive Education, and efforts towards protection of the rights of indigenous communities.
- In the spirit of constructive dialogue, we recommend to Mexico to:
- Continue its efforts to combat discrimination faced by women, indigenous people and other vulnerable sections;
- Continue to take measures to curb homicides and extra judicial killings;
- Continue efforts for promoting inclusive access to health and education;
- Continue to undertake measures to accord proper and humane treatment to all travellers to Mexico, including migrants.
- We wish Mexico all success.
I thank you.
